Mixing it up

Salt and vinegar, bacon and eggs, peanut butter and jelly are all classic combinations. When it comes to juniper spirits, the classic combination has got to be gin and tonic – a delicious and easy-to-mix staple for more than a century. But what if you fancy a change? In this article, we’re going to explore alternative mixers that you can try with your favourite gin.

Ginger ale is a slightly less prevalent, but not outlandish favourite. Simply combine with gin and some lemon juice and you have a Gin Buck, or – if you prefer a more fiery ginger kick – there is the Gin Mule, a take on the Moscow Mule that’s made with ginger beer and lime. Gin and lemonade is also increasing in popularity, particularly with fruit gins.

But what other options are there?